Timely and reliable monitoring and evaluation (M&E) makes it possible to identify trends, strengths and areas for improvement in our work at national, regional and global level.
Monitoring and evaluation at the IFRC contributes to:
- Performance by providing evidence-based reporting that informs management and decision making.
- Accountability and compliance by demonstrating whether or not our work has been carried out as agreed and in compliance with established standards.
- Organizational learning and knowledge sharing by reflecting upon and sharing experiences and lessons learned.
- Stakeholder feedback, especially beneficiaries, with mechanisms for people to express perceptions, as well as any grievances or complaints.
- Celebrate our work by highlighting our accomplishments, building morale and support for our work.
At IFRC, monitoring and evaluation is not just a principle, but a practice. We actively strive to build capacity throughout the Movement with resources, trainings, and technical guidance and support:
- Project/Programme Planning Guidance Manual Guidance and templates for project and programme planning at IFRC, incorporating a logical framework model to support reliable M&E. (Manual in French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian)
| |
Logical framework (“logframe”) template Used to summarize the logical sequence of a project or programme’s objectives and assumptions (risk factors), as well as the indicators and means to accountably monitor and assess performance.
|
- Monitoring and Evaluation Guide Guidance and templates to promote a common understanding and reliable practice of M&E for IFRC programme/projects. (Guide in Spanish)
| |
Monitoring and Evaluation Plan Matrix used to define indicators, methods of measurement and specific M&E responsibilities and time frame.
|
|
Indicator Tracking Table Project/programme spreadsheet used to monitor and report on performance indicators from the logframe on a regular basis, with targets, actual, and % of actual identified for each indicator.
|
|
Project/Programme Report template A comprehensive reporting format linked to the Indicator Tracking Table, and including other key areas such as stakeholder feedback, situational analysis, financial status, and sustainability.
|
- Framework for Evaluations Guides how evaluations are planned, managed, conducted, and utilized in IFRC, ensuring that they adhere to the highest international and ethical standards and practices. (document in French | in Spanish | in Arabic)
- Evaluation database An internet archive of completed IFRC Secretariat-funded evaluations and related studies (i.e. baselines) for public viewing and transparency, as well as strategic planning and lesson sharing.
- Classroom and online training on Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
• A complete package of skills-based training materials is available for National Society and IFRC staff and volunteers in English, French, Spanish and Arabic – see contacts below for more information.
• An online training on project/programme planning is available in English, French and Spanish. Please go to the IFRC’s “Learning Platform”. Once you have signed up to the Learning Platform, search for “PPP” to access the course.
For further information, please contact IFRC’s Planning and Evaluation department (PED) at misgana.ghebreberhan@ifrc.org